### Lesson Plan: Mosaic Art for Nursery 1
**Grade:** Nursery 1
**Subject:** Cultural and Creative Arts
**Lesson Topic:** Mosaic Art
**Duration:** 45 minutes
**Objective:**
- To introduce students to mosaic art.
- To develop fine motor skills through cutting and pasting.
- To encourage creativity and individual expression in art.
**Materials:**
- Colored paper (cut into small squares and triangles)
- Glue sticks
- Large sheets of white paper
- Picture samples of mosaic art (e.g., animals, fruits, simple geometric patterns)
- Aprons (optional)
- Wipes for quick cleanup
**Preparation:**
1. Pre-cut colored paper into small squares and triangles.
2. Arrange materials on a table for easy access.
3. Set up a display area with samples of simple mosaic art.
4. Ensure that each child has a working space big enough for the activity.
**Lesson Steps:**
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. **Greetings and Settling Down:**
- Greet the students warmly and get them settled in a circle.
2. **Discussion:**
- Show the students the samples of mosaic art.
- Explain what a mosaic is: "Mosaics are pictures or designs made by arranging small pieces of colored paper, stones, or tiles together."
- Ask if they've seen mosaics before or if they know where mosaics might be found (e.g., in books, parks, or buildings).
**Activity (30 minutes):**
1. **Demonstration:**
- Show how to select a piece of colored paper, apply glue, and place it on the white paper.
- Demonstrate creating a simple shape (like a sun or a flower) using the colored pieces.
2. **Guided Practice:**
- Distribute the materials to each child: a large sheet of white paper, a glue stick, and a small pile of colored paper pieces.
- Encourage students to create their own mosaic pictures. They can make anything they like or try to copy one of the displayed samples.
- Walk around the classroom offering help and encouragement.
3. **Work Time:**
- Allow the children to work independently while gently guiding and helping those who need it.
- Praise their efforts and creativity to build confidence.
**Conclusion (5 minutes):**
1. **Sharing:**
- Invite a few students to share their mosaic art with the class.
- Give each child a moment to talk about what they made and why they chose that design.
2. **Cleanup:**
- Encourage children to help tidy up the workspace.
- Wipe down tables and make sure glue sticks are capped properly.
3. **Closing Remarks:**
- Praise the class for their hard work and creativity.
- Remind them that they can create mosaic art at home with simple materials.
**Assessment:**
- Observe students' participation and engagement during the activity.
- Take note of their ability to follow instructions and use materials appropriately.
- Offer positive feedback on their creativity and effort.
**Differentiation:**
- For students who need extra help, offer additional guidance and simplify the task if necessary.
- Provide more complex shapes or patterns for students who finish quickly or need an additional challenge.
**Follow-Up Activities:**
- Display the finished mosaics in the classroom or hallway for other students and parents to see.
- Incorporate mosaic-making into other lessons, such as creating patterns in math or illustrating stories in language arts.
This lesson plan aims to introduce nursery students to the basic concept of mosaic art while developing their fine motor skills and encouraging creativity.